Summer Nail Trends to Try for Your Wedding Manicure

Summer is peak mani-pedi season and is likely on your pre-wedding to-do list! Planning a wedding has a lot of moving parts that can get overwhelming, but choosing your wedding manicure should be one of your more fun tasks. Classic nail colors like white, sheer pink, and nude are the go-to shades for a traditional wedding manicure, and this barely-there look is guaranteed to look amazing with your wedding gown. But, if you’re looking to go a bit out-of-the-box with your nails, there are a few nail trends out there that will make your nails pop while still complementing your chosen wedding gown. Whether you’re looking for an elevated neutral nail or an eye-catching pop of color, we’ve gathered five nail trends you should try for your wedding manicure.

Pearl

Pearl nails, or as they’re being referred to “glazed donut” nails, are all the rage right now. Celebs like Hailey Bieber and Vanessa Hudgens have been sporting these nails lately, and they’ve become a sensation on social media. The glossy nail look is perfect for a wedding manicure because of its neutral iridescent appearance. All it takes is a base layer of white nail polish with a top layer of iridescent nail polish, and you’ve got the look! You can also swap the white polish base for a color if you want a pearl nail that offers a brighter hue.

Barbie Pink

Barbie pink is everywhere, as we mentioned in our blog about pink wedding dresses, and that includes inside the nail space. Light pink has always been a popular choice for a wedding manicure, but this brighter shade of hot pink is a more eye-catching choice. If your wedding gown has pink accents or is a shade of blush, opt for this nail color to bring out the pink of your gown. You can go with a darker shade of Barbie pink if you want a more subtle nail color.

Green

Green engagement rings have been popular this year, with both Megan Fox and Jennifer Lopez sporting green rocks, but green as a wedding nail color is a bit unusual. The versatile color ranges from neon lime green to deep emerald green and is a staple color of summer. While it can be a bright choice for a modern bride, we think a pistachio green is a great option for a summer wedding manicure. A minimalist bride will love this pastel hue that still gives you that pop of color but won’t be such a stark contrast to your wedding gown.

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Gold Accents

Lean into the golden hour concept! With summers full of sunshine and beautiful sunsets, a wedding manicure with gold accents is just the nail look you need. You can opt for a simple nail with a gold-tipped french manicure or a clear nail color with gold specks throughout. If you want a bolder nail, you can skip out on the gold accents for a gold polish. The warm shade looks great on all skin tones and would perfectly complement an ivory or champagne wedding dress.

French Tip

A classic nail design that never goes out of style – the french manicure. The typical white french manicure won’t distract from your overall look and suits a summer wedding. But, if you’re looking to elevate this traditional design, opt for colored tips or jewel accents. A few well-placed rhinestones or pastel tips can take your wedding manicure to the next level without being too over the top. You can also choose chrome tips for a bit of shine that is still subtle.

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